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🕐 Last verified 18 Feb, 12:15

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM62
DirectionEastbound
RegionNorth West
CountyRochdale District
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedWed 18 Feb, 10:38
Cleared12:15
Lasted1h 36m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-3849718

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M62 eastbound between J21 and J22 | Eastbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M62 eastbound between junctions J21 and J22 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:30 and 12:45 on 18 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:00 and 13:15 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.

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Is the M62 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 12:15 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. See the M62 right now.

What happened on the M62 on 18 Feb 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M62 eastbound J21 to J22 in Rochdale District, reported at 10:38 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. Cleared at 12:15.

How long did it last?

1h 36m, from 10:38 UK time on Wed 18 Feb.

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